TMS is a Safe and Highly Effective Treatment for Depression
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a cutting-edge therapy that delivers short, repetitive magnetic pulses to areas of the brain that are believed to be underactive in people with depression. This stimulation reinvigorates the brain, often causing patients to feel significantly better.
The FDA cleared TMS for depression in 2008, and its efficacy has been proven time and time again. Around 70% of patients experience a positive response from TMS, and many patients even experience full remission of depressive symptoms.
While other treatments for depression often cause significant, undesirable side effects, TMS is noninvasive and has not been shown to cause systemic side effects. The most common side effects associated with TMS are scalp discomfort and headaches, especially when first starting treatment. Luckily, these side effects typically fade within a couple of weeks as the brain acclimates to TMS.
Our BrainsWay Deep TMS Device
Why choose TMS Washington?
Dr. Jesse McClelland, medical director of our clinic, is at the forefront of TMS innovation, and strives to provide the best possible TMS treatment for his patients. It is for this reason that we have invested in two different, state-of-the-art TMS devices and their technologies. TMS Washington is proud to be one of the only clinics in Washington state to offer both BrainsWay Deep TMS and MagVenture Theta Burst.
Most patients start with our standard, FDA-cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS protocol, which targets the left side of the brain (the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex). However, if a patient does not respond as well as expected to this protocol, Dr. McClelland may add MagVenture Theta Burst stimulation to the right side of the brain (the right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex). This bilateral treatment to both sides of the brain helps maximize a patient’s chances of success with TMS.
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What does a typical course of TMS look like?
While we offer other protocols, a typical course consists of:
- 30-36 treatment sessions over 6-10 weeks
- Each treatment lasts for about 20 minutes
- Once-a-day, ideally 5 days a week
- Follow-up with Dr. McClelland at the midpoint
An Overview of TMS by MagVenture
An overview of BrainsWay Deep TMS
What does a typical TMS treatment look like?
You will relax in a comfortable chair while a technician places the TMS device over your head to ensure effective stimulation of the targeted brain areas. Once treatment begins, you will experience a tapping sensation on your head every 20 seconds.
During treatment, you can listen to music, read, play a game on your phone, or chat with one of our friendly technicians. Some patients even dedicate their treatment time to meditation.
Once treatment is over, you can immediately return to your normal daily routine and drive yourself home or to work.
How do I get started?
- Contact us to see if TMS is right for you.
- Meet with Dr. McClelland to learn more and get clinical approval.
- We will work with your insurance to gain TMS authorization, if applicable.
- Begin your first treatment.
Contact us now to get on the path towards feeling better!
It works TMS has been somewhat of a miracle for me.. Spencer and Mya made every visit seem special.. they truly care and you can feel it… great experience from start to finish… thanks
Best thing I’ve ever done ! It’s not an overnight night and day difference ,but as time passes you start to notice the difference in how calm you become!
I can’t recommend TMS more, I had an incredible experience with the treatment and the staff themselves. My first round of treatment was time intensive so I could have an effective treatment, but I quickly began to experience real and positive change.
TMS is life changing, eliminating symptoms of trauma so that I enjoy life again. I’m more aware, happier and engaged in social settings. I highly recommend TMS Washington for their professionalism, cutting edge technology, and exceptionally friendly, caring knowledgeable staff.
Accommodating in many aspects including scheduling, billing, filling prescriptions, and tracking progress during TMS sessions. This team really cares about the wellbeing of their patients, and I am so thankful for finding them! The doctors here do their best to clearly explain your diagnosis, provide plenty of resources for your understanding, and map out a treatment plan to try to improve your quality of life the best as possible. 10/10!
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